Montana hunting district will close to all black bear hunting half an hour after sunset on May 6, 2026.

California has approved a new amendment allowing bear hunters to obtain two black bear tags annually, responding to a growing bear population and missed harvest quotas, enhancing wildlife management efforts.

Montana's spring bear season opens April 15. Here's how to field-judge a bear's weight and age before you pull the trigger.

Montana's spring bear season is almost here. Learn how to age black bears on the hoof before you pull the trigger this spring.